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Investment migration
investment migration comprises various citizenship and residence by investment programmes which allow
individuals to gain citizenship or residence rights in return for investments in their host countries.
Unlock global opportunities with investment
migration and real estate programs
in a globalized world where the ability to travel is no longer a
luxury but a necessity, investment migration has become a
key asset class that facilitates global mobility and connects
individuals with opportunities across the world. By making
a financial contribution such as a real estate investment
into a host country’s economy, investors and their families
not only acquire an additional residence or citizenship, but
they also gain access to new markets, improved personal
security, and expanded travel freedom.
investment migration has grown exponentially in recent
years, driven by factors such as economic challenges,
political instability, and the aftermath of Brexit. Whether
you are seeking access to the Uk’s shores, a prospective
real estate investor, or a Uk resident who wants to explore
an alternative domicile, investment migration can cater to
your unique needs.
Explore investment migration as a UK national
or resident
Brexit has undeniably affected the global mobility of British
citizens. The loss of EU access for Uk passport-holders
brought about a subsequent hindrance: being restricted to
visa-free access to EU member states for only 90 days
(within any 180-day period). Conversely, for some, the
evolving sociopolitical landscape has them eyeing new
horizons outside the Uk.
1. Regaining EU access (without leaving the
UK)
Gain access to the UK as a foreign investor
Countries like Malta, Portugal, and spain offer residence or
citizenship by investment options that grant access to all 27
EU member states. By investing in these nations, you can
secure the prized EU access without having to permanently
leave the Uk.
there are two main pathways that foreign nationals can
follow to access the kingdom:
2. Emigration from the UK
1. residence by investment: Uk Innovator founder Visa:
designed for experienced businesspersons looking to
establish a business in the Uk, the Innovator founder Visa is
currently one of the most sought-after migration routes to
the Uk. Applicants need a new and viable business idea with
a potential for growth, supported by an endorsement letter
from an approved endorsing body. Because the business
idea must be innovative and scalable, this program offers
foreign investors the opportunity to play a role in the Uk’s
economic narrative as well as the right to live, work, and
study anywhere in the Uk.
2. Citizenship by investment: Visa-free access to the Uk:
another avenue is by securing citizenship from a country
that enjoys visa-free access to the Uk. several nations
whose passports allow citizens to travel to the Uk without
needing a visa in advance also offer citizenship by
investment programs, whereby foreign investors can
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contribute to the host country’s economy and receive an
alternative citizenship in return, along with easy access to all
the jurisdictions to which its passport facilitates travel.
With a vast network and deep insights into over 35 global
investment migration options, as well as a local office in
london, henley & Partners can help you secure residence
or citizenship in your new home. for Uk real estate owners,
the equation becomes more attractive.
The Uk real estate market has always been a magnet for
global investors. in an era of evolving geopolitics and
economic landscapes, the blend of property ownership
and strategic investment migration can be the key to a
globalized, secure, and prosperous future, and
understanding the various pathways available is essential.
henley & Partners is the global leader in residence and
citizenship by investment. As the pioneer of this sector, we
have led investment migration for over 25 years. We have
carved a niche in the financial services industry by
providing tailored solutions to individuals and families
worldwide who seek alternative residence and citizenship.
